CNBC anchor, a Western Hills native, challenges policymakers

Q&A with Joe Kernen

8:29 AM,
Nov. 16, 2012

Joe Kernen on the "Squawk Box" set

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Every morning, starting at 6 a.m., Western Hills native and St. Xavier High School graduate Joe Kernen is seen on CNBC by millions of viewers in search of breaking news, interviews with business and political leaders, and a dose of fun.

These days, viewers are also hearing Kernen, his "Squawk Box" colleagues and other CNBC journalists promote the network's "Rise Above" campaign.

CNBC says the campaign is a "call to action" for policymakers to find solutions to the country's economic challenges. ...